2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
